Dropped tails

[Edward Lotz]

I have read that tegus can drop their tails. Is this a big problem that one need to watch out for? Handle in a special way maybe?

 

[Walter1]

They can and occasionally from accidents, predators, and fights. Grab tail only from base if needed.

 

[RomanPort]

I'm just curious, does it pain them to lift them by the base of their tails? I've never done it, but it looks pretty painful to me.

 

[Walter1]

Don't do that. Hold base of tail if needed but also support under belly closer to pectorals.

 

[RomanPort]

Don't do that. Hold base of tail if needed but also support under belly closer to pectorals.

That's what I was thinking. Thanks.

 

[James Smith]

If a Tegu is well taking care of and handled properly the risk of a dropped tail goes down. It usually happens at a younger age but it still can happen at adults age as well. Never pick up your Tegu by its tail though.